2005 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 1953 Skoda 1200
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Skoda 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Skoda 1200 would be higher. At 2,597 cc (5 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E (175 HP @ 1800 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1953 Skoda 1200. (35 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1953 Skoda 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 655 kg more than 1953 Skoda 1200. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E (400 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 326 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Skoda 1200. (74 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Skoda 1200.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercedes-Benz E | 1953 Skoda 1200 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Skoda |
| Model | E | 1200 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2597 cc | 1221 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1665 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2690 mm |
